Sven's gleaming, curved façade rises in Long Island City and reflects the heart of the neighborhood. Designed by Handel Architects, the tower's 71 stories combine the beauty of clean design with remarkable environmental achievements.
MIRRORINGTHE FUTURE
EMBRACING THE PAST
At its base, Sven cradles the historic site of the former Bank of Manhattan Building. Completed in 1927, this structure, also known as The Queens Clock Tower was once the tallest building in Long Island City. This tower is a beautiful part of Queens history and received landmark designation in 2015. Now the Clock Tower has been ushered into the present, grounding Sven in history.
A vision of sustainability
Sven is designed, built, and operated with a focus on the future. Innovative sustainability practices are integrated into every aspect of the building, making Sven the first residential building in the world to achieve LEED v4 Platinum certification. Centered around four core elements – water, earth, energy, and air – Sven partners with the environment and provides greater living for our residents to thrive.
- Water: Efficient fixtures save water and an on-site filtration system protects NYC’s waterways.
- Earth: Building materials are vetted and sourced based on wellness, performance, and durability criteria.
- Energy: Mechanical systems are optimized to reduce energy consumption, while an on-site cogeneration plant efficiently produces electricity and heat.
- Air: Meticulously engineered building systems, highly filtered air, and careful material selections ensure optimum indoor air quality.
